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Altavair Names Matthew Hoesley As CEO

October 4, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Matthew Hoesley becomes CEO and President of Altavair.
Stephen Rimmer moves to Executive Chairman role.
Dimitrios Kotinis promoted to Chief Commercial Officer.
KKR commits $1.4 billion equity to support expansion.

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Strategic Implications

This leadership transition may signal a new phase of growth for Altavair, which could strengthen its position in the commercial aircraft leasing market. The appointment of Hoesley as CEO suggests a focus on continuity and expertise, which may reassure airline customers and investors.

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What Happened

Leadership Transition Sets Stage For Continued Expansion

Altavair has announced a leadership succession, with Matthew Hoesley taking over as CEO and President, and Stephen Rimmer moving into the Executive Chairman role. Dimitrios Kotinis has been promoted to Chief Commercial Officer, overseeing marketing, trading, and risk functions. The transition follows a long-term succession planning process and a recent $1.4 billion equity commitment from KKR to support Altavair’s expansion. This development was first reported by Unknown Source.

Source | Originally Published: October 4, 2026

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